Hobsonville, Auckland

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1752 days ago

You’re invited to our Open Days.

Arena Living

Come along to our upcoming special Summer Open Days and treat yourself to the perfect summertime treat, a delicious strawberry tart made by our very own chefs. Then join us for a stroll around the village to discover why so many over 65s are choosing to make the move to our … View moreCome along to our upcoming special Summer Open Days and treat yourself to the perfect summertime treat, a delicious strawberry tart made by our very own chefs. Then join us for a stroll around the village to discover why so many over 65s are choosing to make the move to our three North Shore Villages. We have a fabulous selection of low-maintenance homes available now, all with brand-new interiors and spacious open-plan living.

We look forward to seeing you soon!

Knightsbridge Village, Windsor Park: Wednesday 12 February 10am – 1pm

Mayfair Village, Northcross: Saturday 15 February 10am – 1pm

Parklane Village, Forrest Hill: Wednesday 19 February 10am – 1pm
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1759 days ago

Okura Forest Festival

The team from Friends of Okura Bush (FOOB)

Celebrate our natural world and enjoy amazing music with your family and friends at Auckland's largest environmental awareness music festival!

● Sat 15th Feb 2020, Okura Park (81 Okura River Road)
● 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
● For more info and ticket sales please click here.

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Celebrate our natural world and enjoy amazing music with your family and friends at Auckland's largest environmental awareness music festival!

● Sat 15th Feb 2020, Okura Park (81 Okura River Road)
● 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
● For more info and ticket sales please click here.

This year your tickets and donations will support Friends of Okura Bush's exciting new project — a boardwalk to protect our ancient coastal forest & rare wildlife.

All tickets purchased go into the draw to win 1 of 3-weekend getaways at the historic Dacre Cottage located on beautiful Karepiro Bay in the Okura Bush Reserve! Winners announced at the festival.

Live Music Lineup:
The Vibes - Knights of the DUB Table - Strangely Arousing - Clap Clap Riot - Soaked Oats - Odds n Ends - Ungus Ungus Ungus (Aus) - Rhythm for the Soul - Levi Sesega - Aro - Mema Wilda + more

See you there!!

PS - Volunteers welcome, get in quick to sign up for your dream job.
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1761 days ago

Text tips boost parenting skills through Auckland Uni programme MyTeen

Ripu Bhatia Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi neighbours,

A parenting programme delivered entirely by text is helping parents improve their skills and reduce stress.

Do you think you will take up this parenting help tool?

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1776 days ago

KEA Kids News: Unwrapping one of Auckland's new trains from Spain

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Auckland's new trains have started arriving from Spain - and they need to be unwrapped.

Harry Calder, 9, is at the train depot in Onehunga to pull the plastic off for a sneak peak of the trains before they hit the tracks, in this KEA Kids News video bulletin.

To read more, … View more
Hi neighbours,

Auckland's new trains have started arriving from Spain - and they need to be unwrapped.

Harry Calder, 9, is at the train depot in Onehunga to pull the plastic off for a sneak peak of the trains before they hit the tracks, in this KEA Kids News video bulletin.

To read more, click here.

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1752 days ago

Is there enough shade at children's playgrounds in Auckland?

Brad Flahive Reporter from North Harbour News

Hi neighbours, NZ has the highest rate of melanoma in the world and less than 10% of Auckland's playgrounds have a shade sail to protect kids and parents. Should there be better protection at our playgrounds?
Please type 'NFP' if you don't wish your comment to be published.

1773 days ago

How did the $1.2m supercar race leave Auckland?

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Neighbours, The V8 supercars race costs Auckland ratepayers $1.2m and is the city's most-publicly-sponsored major event. So how did it suddenly end up shifting from its Pukekohe home to Waikato's Hampton Downs? Read the story below:

1754 days ago

One Day. One Great Show. *Win*

Helensville Show

Be in to WIN one of ten family passes to 118th Helensville Show. Leap into the Country 29th February.

Simply email the name of your favourite farm animal along with your name, email and phone number to: win@helensvilleshow.co.nz Entries close Monday 24th February.

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Be in to WIN one of ten family passes to 118th Helensville Show. Leap into the Country 29th February.

Simply email the name of your favourite farm animal along with your name, email and phone number to: win@helensvilleshow.co.nz Entries close Monday 24th February.

The 118th Helensville Show is the largest one day show in the North and showcases the best of rural traditions along with great food, award-winning craft beer and wines. trade stands and a full equestrian and livestock schedule plus great entertainment from the main stage that includes the popular Junior Farmer Competition.

Tickets can be purchased online. Winners will be notified via email by Wednesday 26th February.

T's & C's apply.
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1770 days ago

Popular central Auckland food court, Food Alley, to close

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Sad news for food lovers. Central Auckland institution Food Alley is closing its doors after 28 years.

Food Alley was Auckland's first dedicated asian food hall.

To read more, click here.

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1754 days ago

Massey high woollen jumper

Emma from Massey

Massey high school woollen jumper. Literally worn for about 10mins. Size 92. $70 ono

Price: $70

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1755 days ago

2020 Blues Super Rugby: Blues v Crusaders

Blues Rugby

It’s Valentine’s Day so you can bring your mate, your BFF, your partner in crime or your other half – for half price. That’s right, buy one adult ticket online and pay just half price for an equivalent ticket for your mate.

Make it a date, and kick your weekend off right. She (or he) … View more
It’s Valentine’s Day so you can bring your mate, your BFF, your partner in crime or your other half – for half price. That’s right, buy one adult ticket online and pay just half price for an equivalent ticket for your mate.

Make it a date, and kick your weekend off right. She (or he) will love you for it! You can even use your match ticket to travel on trains and special event buses to get to Eden Park.

At 7.05pm Friday 14 February - Eden Park

Adults from $26 at Ticketmaster.co.nz
Book Tickets

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1755 days ago

Natural Knee Pain Relief - works within minutes!

Koru Nutrition

Hi neighbours,

Are your knees giving you a hard time?

See how Peter Williams found help from using a NZ made relief cream.

After retiring from our TV screens after 40 years, veteran broadcaster Peter Williams, still gets up at 5am each weekday morning to prepare for his morning radio show.… View more
Hi neighbours,

Are your knees giving you a hard time?

See how Peter Williams found help from using a NZ made relief cream.

After retiring from our TV screens after 40 years, veteran broadcaster Peter Williams, still gets up at 5am each weekday morning to prepare for his morning radio show.

Peter Williams explained, “Look, I’m 65. When I get up the body’s often a bit on the stiff side. “

Peter Williams claims, “Within 10 minutes, the pain was gone. I felt so much better. My body was nice and relaxed, and I was ready to go off and do my day’s work.”

“I’ve been using Relief Fx by Koru Nutrition. It’s New Zealand made, natural and best of all it works .
Find out more

1768 days ago

Minimum wage

Ronald from Maxron Associates

The current minimum wage is $17.70 an hour set to go to $18.90 on April 1. I'm curious, what others think about that. Are you an employer or senior manager with hiring responsibility's. Will the increase make you change your hiring options. Will you down size, will you absorb the cost, … View moreThe current minimum wage is $17.70 an hour set to go to $18.90 on April 1. I'm curious, what others think about that. Are you an employer or senior manager with hiring responsibility's. Will the increase make you change your hiring options. Will you down size, will you absorb the cost, will you restructure and shed staff. What are your thoughts.

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